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DIY Barbecue Tool Storage for Father’s Day + $50 Home Depot GIVEAWAY

0 · Jun 11, 2014 · 3 Comments

Barbecue Tool Storage post brought to you by ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape // Father’s Day is right around the corner, and this year I decided I wanted to go the DIY route and make a place for our sweet Dad to hang his barbecue tools. I knew I wanted to make something that was stylish, yet masculine so I decided to create a funky storage board using ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape for Multi-Surface with Edge-Lock™ Paint Line Protector, Minwax® Wood Finish and some funky hooks found in the plumbing section of Home Depot.

I thought this would go perfect for the Get it, Got it Blog Hop hosted by ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape ™ Painter’s Tape and Link to The Home Depot .

First things first, we needed to build the board… It turned into a fun family project with my son Gage getting in on the action…

I bought two 1×10 boards and had the cool guys at Home Depot cut them in half for me right at the store.

We secured three of the boards together with large painters sticks that you can get for free at Home Depot. We just screwed them to the back of the boards making sure to use screws that wouldn’t go through the front of the board.

Quick Tip // Use a nail to create a guide hole for your screw. Just nail it in part way, and then remove it from the board. This way you don’t have to drill a hole!

we also added some “D” ring hangers on the back so that we could attach our rope when we were finished.

Here’s where the fun part starts… I used the ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape to create a fun geometric design on the board. Now the thinnest ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape I could find is .94 inch wide and I wanted my lines to be a little thinner, so once I laid down my tape, I then went back with a box cutter and a straight edge and cut the tape in half.

It worked like a charm! I laid down 6 vertical stripes equally spaced apart and then random stripes in-between the vertical stripes with the ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape.

It was all really rather random and I eye-balled the whole thing, so don’t get caught up in exact measurements. Trust your eye.

Then I used 4 different colors of Minwax® Wood Finish™; Jacobean, Honey, Expresso & Maple (Wood Finishing Cloth in Maple.)

It was just a simple process of wiping on the different stain colors in a random pattern and then wiping it off with a clean cloth.

Then I used a gold paint marker from Elmer’s and a straight edge to define all of the lines. It turned out amazing!! I fall in love with stain over and over every time I use it. I sealed it with Minwax® Express Clear™ to protect the wood.

Next, we affixed the hardware for the hooks…

I used faucet handles that you can find in the plumbing section for a dollar or two. They worked perfect with some brass machine screws (#8 32×1) and matching washers and machine screw nuts. I fed the screw through a washer and the top of the handle and then secured it with a nut on the other side. Then we drilled holes in the board just a tad smaller than the size of the screw.

Then we just screwed in the hooks into the board.

Then all we did was take a bit of rope and fed it through the “D” hangers and secured it with rope clamps… It turned out perfect!

I attached some hemp twine to my husband’s BBQ tools and hung them on their new board.

Now this board can hand on a deck right next to your barbecue or on a wall close by. Then, in the off season you can hand it in the garage for safe keeping it’s perfect.

Now per some discussion on Instagram while I was posting about my project, some folks thought it could be a tie rack… Either way, I’m sure any Dad would love it and all the work you put into making it for them!

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12 Fathers Day Crafts |Round-Up

0 · Jun 14, 2012 · Leave a Comment

Does anyone else think that the HARDEST things to craft is for your man? Crafts tend to be more girly and that is the LAST thing you want to give your man or father. However, with the collaboration of our FAVORITE bloggers, today we have some GREAT manly crafts that will be perfect for your man or father this Father's Day. Take a look at our 12 Fathers Day Crafts…

#1) Measure Up: Father's Day Card {The Dating Divas} – Write a cute note to your spouse or father on this special day to let him know he "measures up!" #2) Sculpey Pens {Little Birdie Secrets} – Dads can be hard to craft for, but every dad can use a pen, right? This fun and creative craft gives kids a chance to make something for dad that he'll actually use! #3) A 2×4 We Love Daddy Photo Stand {How Does She?} – The perfect desktop frame to remind him how much he is loved! #4) Father's Day Magnet Board {WhipperBerry} – A fun magnet board to dress up Daddy's office. #5) Father's Day Super Hero Pop Box Set {Lil' Luna} – A SUPER cute and SUPER easy gift filled with your hubby or daddy's favorite goodies to give on Father's Day! #6) Father's Day Handprint Tree (Free Printable) {The Crafting Chicks} – Showcase and preserve the kids' handprints in this sentimental gift for Father's Day. Free Printable too! #7) Remote Control Cookie {Somewhat Simple} – Yep, that picture is an actual edible cookie! (Almost too cute to eat!) Give your husband the remote for the day with this darling cookie idea! #8) Father's Day Candy Bouquet {The Dating Divas} – Women aren't the ONLY ones who like to receive bouquets! Change those flowers out for some of your man's favorite treats and this easy idea is sure to be a hit! #9) Finger Paint Picture Frame {Sweet Rose Studio} – What Dad doesn't love a little artwork from his kidlets to decorate his office? These picture frames are a perfect way to showcase your little one's masterpiece! #10) Golf Get Together {My Insanity} – Easy golf-themed cupcakes and lots more ideas that would be great for a Father's Day celebration for a golfer. #11) Cereal Box Craft Tutorial {The Dating Divas} – Made out of CEREAL BOXES – you can showcase 30 reasons why you love your spouse! The results are stunning!

#12) A Tie-riffic Father's Day {My Insanity} – DIY banner, food, gift packaging and more–all paying homage to the quintisenntial Father's Day symbol: The Tie

That got my creative juices flowing!!! With such a variety of ideas, there is a little something for every guy out there. Who knew you could get crafty and still have it come out manly? Love these ideas and can't wait to try them out. Thanks again to all our amazing blogging friends who created such great crafts.

13 Fathers Day Printables Crafts| Round-Up

0 · Jun 13, 2012 · 3 Comments

Such a FUN time of year! I LOVE celebrating my dad, but even more exciting… helping my kids celebrate their dad! We have got a bunch of the best ideas from our friends around the blogging community to compile some absolutely dah-ling ideas for you this Father's Day. We think they are beyond fabulous! But wait!!! The best part is that this is the "Quick & Easy" section! If you are running out of time and need to come up with something FABULOUS for Father's Day – these ideas should take you 15 minutes or less to prepare. The only problem? Choosing which Fathers Day Printables Crafts you want to do!! Take a look!!

#1) Framed Father's Day Quote {Somewhat Simple} – Darling and sooooo easy!! It doesn't get any easier than this! Print directly from the computer or use some vinyl to stick on the glass with scrapbook paper behind it. Simple and sweet. #2) Money Shirt For Your Guy {HowDoesShe?} – A new way to give him some "man cash" to show how much you love him: An Origami Man Shirt #3) Homemade M&M Dispenser {The Dating Divas} – If the father of the house LOVES M&M's – then you should definitely check out this hilarious and fun idea to surprise him on Father's Day! #4) A Basket of Love For Dad or Grandpa {Somewhat Simple} – Get the kids involved by asking them what they love most about their dad or grandpa. Type up and print their responses and attach them to small items that illustrate their answers. With this gift, it isn't so much about the items you buy, but more about the meaning of those items that will make him feel special- perfect for the guy who already has everything!!! #5) Father's Day Card Tutorial {The Dating Divas} – Print off this printable listing all the synonyms that go along with being a father! Grab some colorful paper and your Father's Day card is complete! #6) Father's Day Printables {WhipperBerry} – A cute little tag to add to Dad's favorite bottle of Pop. It says "Pop you put the Fizz into my Life!" #7) Surprise Love Notes {HowDoesShe?} – Surprise him throughout the day with these adorable love notes on his favorite foods and places. #8) Father's Day Print {Sweet Rose Studio} – This simple gift is perfect and easy for a last minute present for the special dad in your life! Print it out, frame it, and it's ready to go! #9) Father's Day Word Art {The Crafting Chicks} – A meaningful quote turned into a beautiful free printable to frame for Dad. #10) The Sock Bouquet {HowDoesShe?} – A beautiful new way to give your love his favorite socks! #11) Free Father's Day Questionaire Printable {The Crafting Chicks} – Kids say the funniest things! Quiz your kids to see what they think about their dads and grandpas, it'll be the hit of the day! #12) World's Best POP! {The Dating Divas} – All you need is a can of your man's favorite soda, this darling printable, and a strip of fabric. Adorable way to let him know he's loved. #13) More Father's Day Printables {Sweet Rose Studio} – Celebrate Dad on his special day with these great cupcake toppers and a sweet banner!

Did you find the perfect gift idea? I found like TEN! Holy cow! If you did find something amazing, don't be shy about sharing the love! PIN it, comment on our post, comment on our amazing friends posts!! We love hearing from you! And we love making it easy for you, too!!!

Happy Father's Day!!

13 Ideas to Make for your Honey for Fathers Day

0 · Jun 11, 2012 · 2 Comments

Fathers Day is coming up, and what better way to show your love, then with a thoughtful present. Men don't always love the cutsie things that we create, but they love feeling special. So no matter what you do, make sure the present you choose is special for your man. These things make them remember their wonderful family! Father's tend to be forgotten during the year, so doing the little things, make them feel appreciated.

We have gathered up some darling ideas to create for your awesome spouse with the help of many different websites. This was a HUGE collaboration which gives you tons of wonderful ideas to create for your spouse. There is so much to choose from, and if you like an idea click on the title. It's that easy!

#1) Spouse Subway Art {The Dating Divas} – Custom-make a subway art piece based ON your husband! This free site we found will help you do just that! #2) Luggage Handle Cover {Little Birdie Secrets} – A great "manly" gift for the guy who travels! This luggage handle cover is a quick and easy project, but one that will surely be appreciated by the dad in your life. Not only does it make his luggage handle more comfortable when lugging it through the airport, but it makes his bag easier to spot on the luggage carousel! #3) Best Daddy Ever Beans {The Letter 4} – This is so fun for the daddy who loves jelly beans! The printable provided renames the jelly bean jar "Best Daddy Ever Beans" and the flavors of each bean are replaced with a trait of daddy. ex. smart, caring, kind, etc. #4) "You're a Catch" Pail {Lil' Luna} – Super cute and easy gift to give to your spouse to thank him for being such a great catch and awesome daddy! #5) "All About You" Basket {The Dating Divas} – Who DOESN'T love to get compliments? Write down things you love about the man in your life & pair them with fun little presents to create the ULTIMATE "all about you" basket! #6)Father's Day Canvas Collage {Somewhat Simple} – A sweet and simple gift to Dad from the kiddos. #7) Manly Apron for Dad {The Crafting Chicks} – Here's an idea for a more manly apron for the grillmaster in the family, using Silhouette's heat transfer kit. #8) "My Pop Rocks!" {My Insanity} – This gift basket is so fun and easy to put together with free printables! Does your "pop" rock? Tell him with this pop-themed basket, featuring pop rocks, popcorn, soda pop and more! #9)Map O'Love {How Does She?} – Create a memory of your lives together using maps of where you have lived and the special moments that happened there…all in one special Map O'Love book. A beautiful, meaningful, personal gift. #10)Hot Stuff Grilling Father {My Insanity} – "Hot Stuff"-themed Father's Day for the the grill master (or hot man) in your life. DIY grilling apron and cake that lights on fire! #11)The Tickle Monster {How Does She?} – There is not much that is more beautiful than a child's laugh. This tickle set is the perfect gift your love and his children. #12)Father's Day Message Plaque {The Crafting Chicks} – A fun and simple gift where the kiddos can write love messages to their daddy. The best part is that it's dry erase vinyl, so the message can be changed every day! #13) Birthday Week Gifts 4 Him {The Dating Divas} – Originally a birthday post, these GREAT ideas for "manly" gifts would double perfectly for Father's Day!

There are so many ideas for Father's Day presents! We hope that you like what you have seen as we spent lots of time making sure that we presented you with AMAZING and thoughtful gifts to give to your man. Be sure to check back tomorrow for even more ideas!

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